This specification covers the chemical, mechanical, and metallurgical requirements for wrought nitrogen strengthened 22chromium-13nickel-5manganese-2.5molybdenum stainless steel alloy bar and wire for surgical implants (UNS S20910). Materials shall be tested and shall conform to chemical requirements such as chemical composition, and product analysis; metallurgical requirements such as inclusion; and mechanical requirements such as dimension, tensile strength, yield strength, elongation, and Brinell hardness.

1.1 This specification covers the chemical, mechanical, and metallurgical requirements for wrought nitrogen strengthened 22chromium-13nickel-5manganese-2.5molybdenum stainless steel alloy bar and wire for surgical implants.

1.2 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system are not necessarily exact equivalents; therefore, to ensure conformance with the standard, each system shall be used independently of each other, and values from the two systems shall not be combined.

1.3 Any agreement between purchaser and supplier must meet the minimum requirements of this specification.

1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.